Archangi - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Archangi is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Brahmanpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Archangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Archangi is 416021. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Archangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Archangi
As per Census 2011, Archangi village has a total population of 502 people, consisting of 256 males and 246 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 416 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Archangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 256 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 215 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 172 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 84 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Archangi
Archangi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Archangi
Archangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Archangi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Archangi is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Archangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Archangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Archangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Archangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Archangi
Where is Archangi located?
Archangi village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Archangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Archangi is Brahmanpada.
What is the pincode of Archangi?
The pincode of Archangi is 762028.
What is the population of Archangi?
Archangi has a total population of 502, including 256 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Archangi?
There are 109 households in Archangi.
What is the literacy rate in Archangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Archangi is 54.58%. Male literacy is 67.19% and female literacy is 41.46%.